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Selected and edited by Lesley Blanch. Harriette's patrons included the Duke of Wellington, Lord Byron, and many other prominent men. When her charms had faded and she needed money, she published her memoirs. She offered that lovers could have their names edited for 200 pounds. "Publish and be damned" said the Duke of Wellington. And, as history records, she did and she was. Harriette is an engaging and humorous writer and vividly describes the details of life among the rich and famous of London - from the perspective of a courtesan who enjoys her job. Phoenix Press, London. Paper. Orig. 1957, this ed. 2003. USED. $4.00 Show more